Rizatriptan: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?
You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking rizatriptan if you have:
- Heart problems of any kind, especially a history of heart disease, angina, an irregular heart rhythm, or a history of a heart attack
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- High cholesterol
- Certain blood vessel conditions, such as peripheral vascular disease, ischemic bowel disease, or Raynaud's phenomenon
- Diabetes
- Kidney problems, including kidney failure (renal failure)
- Liver problems, including liver failure or cirrhosis
- Phenylketonuria
- Depression
- Any allergies, including allergies to foods, dyes, or preservatives.
Also let your healthcare provider know if you:
You should also tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Overdose With Rizatriptan
People who take too much rizatriptan may have overdose symptoms that could include:
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Fainting
- Low heart rate (bradycardia)
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Incontinence (inability to control the bladder or bowels)
- Heart rhythm changes (arrhythmia)
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Other heart problems.
If you happen to overdose on rizatriptan, seek medical attention immediately.
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